ICD Code K66.8

ICD code K66.8 is used to identify other specified disorders of the peritoneum, which refers to conditions affecting the lining of the abdominal cavity that are not classified under more specific codes.

1. Presence of peritoneal disorder not classified under more specific codes

2. Clinical evidence of peritoneal pathology such as inflammation, fibrosis, or adhesions

3. Symptoms including abdominal pain, distension, or tenderness without a more definitive diagnosis

4. Imaging or surgical findings indicating abnormal peritoneal conditions not otherwise specified

5. Exclusion of peritonitis, peritoneal tuberculosis, or malignant neoplasms of the peritoneum

6. Documentation of peritoneal abnormality that does not meet criteria for other peritoneal disorders

Relevant CPT codes that may be used to treat ICD code K66.8 include:

- 49000 (Exploratory laparotomy, exploratory celiotomy with or without biopsy(s) (separate procedure))

- 49320 (Laparoscopy, surgical; with biopsy)

- 49321 (Laparoscopy, surgical; with drainage of abscess or cyst)

- 49406 (Drainage of peritoneal abscess or localized peritonitis, percutaneous)

- 49560 (Repair initial incisional or ventral hernia; reducible)

- 49561 (Repair initial incisional or ventral hernia; incarcerated or strangulated)

- 49900 (Unlisted procedure, abdomen, peritoneum and omentum)

Selection of the appropriate CPT code depends on the specific clinical scenario and procedures performed for K66.8.

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